Young man in a critical condition following assault in Bray, Co. Wicklow overnight

Gardaí are investigating following an assault on a young man in Bray in Co. Wicklow overnight.

The man, who’s in his late 20’s, was discovered seriously injured at James Everett Park at 1:45am this morning.

He was treated at the scene before being taken to Saint Vincent’s Hospital, he was later transferred to Beaumount Hospital where he’s in a critical condition.

The scene has been sealed off pending a technical examination, no arrests have been made and investigations are ongoing.

Gardaí are appealing for witnesses and anyone with information, particularly those who were in Bray Town Centre and the Little Bray, Fassaroe and James Everett Park areas between 1am and 2am this morning to contact them at Bray Garda station on 01 6665300.